The main difference between the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack and the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack is that the 40L Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the Asher 55 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Mountaintop | Kelty |
Name | 40L Hiking Backpack | Asher 55 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 | 28 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.1 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | Polyester | 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester | |
Color | 20+ colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 1, 2016 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap | Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Elastic chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist belt | Padded hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets | 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Spacious main compartment with pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Trekking pole loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop pocket fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable padded back panel | AMP-Flow ventilated back panel |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Ventilated Back | Air diversion back system | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Hiking pole attachment | Yes | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes |
Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ colors and patterns in comparison the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 28 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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